DIY

Do It Yourself

The practice of fabricating or repairing things on one's own rather than purchasing them or paying for professional repair. DIY is applied commonly to home improvement but also applies to other areas. The DIY scene we know today is actually a re-introduction (often to city and suburb dwellers) of the old pattern of personal involvement in home or apartment upkeep, or the making of clothing, or maintaining of cars, computers, or any material aspect of living.